AP COMP GOV Practice FRQs

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Q2, C: In December of 2017, the FCC created the rule ending net neutrality. Explain how Congress could respond to the decision made by the FCC if it opposes the new rule.

If Congress opposed the decision, it could hold hearings or pass legislation that would effectively overturn this decision.

Q2, B: Explain how interest groups can affect the process described in part A.

Interest groups can affect the actions of the FCC by pushing for change in regulations. Interest group = internet service sellers and they want less restrictions. Lobbyists go to congress to present, congress agrees and proposes legislation, and the agency (FCC) will regulate in accordance to the legislation passed.

Q1, Data Alysis, B: Describe a similarity or difference between Republican and Democratic presidents' nominees to federal district courts with regards to political party and of the people they nominate.

One difference between Republican and Democratic presidential nominees to federal district courts is that Republicans primarily nominate Republicans, while Democrats primarily nominate Democrats.

Q1, Data Alysis, D: Explain how the number and party affiliation of federal district court appointees affects presidential influence and power.

Presidential nominees from the same political party will likely support the president's policies. The more appointees within the same party, the more judges there will be in support of the president. This gives the president more influence in the courts and expands presidential power.

Q2, A: Referencing the scenario, describe the function being carried out by the FCC

The FCC is regulating internet traffic by imposing administrative regulations on the industry.

Q1, Data Alysis, C: Explain how that similarity or difference affects the judicial decisions of the federal district courts with regard to civil liberties.

This difference will affect judicial decisions because the decisions will likely be made to align with respective political party views. A Republican nominee might tend to support civil liberties in cases regarding the second amendment.


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